apple seller, Foxconn expects full production in China to resume between late December and early January🇧🇷 in November, The activities of the world’s largest iPhone factory in Zhengzhou have been halted after protests by employees. Due to Covid-19 restrictions.
The Taiwanese company said in a statement that its November revenue fell 11.4% compared to last year. One of the reasons would be the shutdown of factories in China due to Covid-19 control measures.
Foxconn’s strategy to contain Covid-19 at its Zhengzhou plant has led to frustration among employees. Employees had to work in a “closed loop” to contain the spread of the virus. and temporarily lives at work.
The measure was intended to prevent iPhone production being halted on the eve of Thanksgiving in the US. and the Chinese New Year celebration in January 2023. All dates are important for sales in various markets.
Dissatisfied with the situation, several employees sought ways to escape from the factory in Zhengzhou and clashed with plant security and local police. Finally, protests and last lockdown in china region affected more than 30% of production from the factory.
At the moment, Foxconn manufactures 70% of the world’s iPhones🇧🇷 Most premium devices, like the iPhone 14 Pro duo, are manufactured in Zhengzhou.
New hires
Sources told Reuters that production at Foxconn’s factory in Zhengzhou is gradually returning to normal. In addition the company is recruiting new hires and if all goes as expected, all affected positions will be filled in three to four weeks🇧🇷
The Taiwanese company and local government are working hard to recruit new employees. Despite everything, there is a “fear” among candidates that the installation will spark new protests🇧🇷
Source: Tec Mundo
